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Segment #2 (10/7/16 and 10/8/16)

Best (Competitive) 1st Gen Pokemon by Tier

Uber to NU

We're going to start this list off with the Best Uber Tier 1st Gen Mon

Uber Tier: Best First Gen Mon
Mega Gengar!
(Runner-Ups: Mega-Kangaskhan/Mewtwo)

Gengar Basics
Type: Ghost / Poison
Weaknesses: Ghost (x2) / Dark (x2) / Psychic (x2)
Resistances: Poison (x1/4)/ Bug (x1/4) / Grass (x1/2) / Fairy (x1/2)
Immunities: Normal / Fighting / Ground
Abilities:
Leviate (Gengar):
"This Pokemon is immune to Ground-type moves."
Shadow Tag (Mega-Gengar):
"Traps opponents. Does not affect Pokemon with Shadow Tag."

My Favorite Moveset for (Mega-Gengar)
Gengar @ Gengarite
Ability: Levitate
EVs: 4 HP / 252 SpA / 252 Spe
Timid Nature
- Hex
- Focus Blast
- Protect
- Will-O-Wisp

I bet there will be someone out there that will say:

"You just copied that set off of Smogon you Uncreative Muk." -Blooregard

To that I say, if it isn't broken, don't fix it... you Grimer.

Explanation: Mega Gengar deserves this spot, because it is one of the most powerful Uber Pokemon from First Gen, that is wonderful design-wise and competitively. Shadow Tag is definitely a great ability for Mega Gengar, as it makes it possible for Mega Gengar to trap Pokemon it can knock out or set up on easily. Gengar's movepool allows it to cripple and knock out Pokemon in 2 turns (if you use the Will-o-wisp and Hex combo.) Gengar has been a fan favorite since Generation One, and its Mega Evolution makes it much more of a beast. I also debated between Kangaskhan and Mewtwo, but if I had to choose a Pokemon that defines what Mega Evolution, Fan Favorites, Great Competititive Uses, and First Gen mean, Gengar is what came to my mind. But now we are going to go over my pick for the Best First Gen Pokemon in the OU Tier (It isn't Gengar, trust me.)

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OU Tier: Best First Gen Mon
Clefable!
(Runner Ups: Mega Charizard X/Y,Mega Venusaur, and Slowbro)

Clefable Basics
Type: Fairy
Weaknesses: Poison (x2) / Steel (x2)
Resistances: Dark (x1/2) / Fighting (x1/2) / Bug (x1/2)
Immunities: Dragon (x0)
Abilities:
Cute Charm:
"Can infatuate Pokemon of opposite gender when struck."
Magic Guard:
"Prevents indirect Damage."
(Hidden Ability) Unaware:
"Ignores stat boosts and debuffs on other Pokemon."

My Favorite Moveset for (Clefable)
Clefable @ Leftovers
Ability: Magic Guard
EVs: 252 HP / 172 Def / 84 SpD
Calm Nature
- Calm Mind
- Moonblast
- Soft-Boiled
- Thunder Wave

Explanation: Clefable is a great OU Wall/Special Attacker that has a great competitive movepool that can disrupt the opponent, but can also wall Special Attacks that the opponent dishes out. Clefable also has Special Attacks of its own that make it a threat. Due to its many uses and impressive defenses, Clefable is labeled by Smogon as being in the top ranks of the OU tier, and I agree with them. There are so many Clefable sets, and Clefable's abilities give it so much variety. Gengar is coincidentally (theorized) as being the shadow of Clefable. Beside that, Clefable has great potential of being a tier-defining Pokemon that can be used on many different teams (*Stall*). I chose Clefable, because it isn't what people usually pick. Some people will be like:

"Charizard is obviously the best Pokemon in the game Allegro, what!!!?" -ScalyThugAnime77

or

"What!? Mew is the best OU First Gen Mon you Human Igloo!" - PepeLePoli06

Now I'll discuss the best 1st Gen UU Mon!

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UU Tier: Best First Gen Mon

Nidoqueen!

(Runner Ups: Mega Blastoise / Tentacruel / Arcanine)

Nidoqueen Basics
Type: Poison / Ground
Weaknesses: Water (x2) / Ice (x2) / Ground (x2) / Psychic (x2)
Resistances: Fighting / Poison / Bug / Rock / Fairy
Immunities: Electric
Abilities:
Poison Point:
"Contact with the Pokémon may poison the attacker."
Rivalry:
"Deals more damage to a Pokémon of same gender."
Hidden Ability:
Sheer Force:
"Sheer Force increases the power of moves that have beneficial secondary effects by 30%, but removes those additional effects."

My Favorite Moveset for (Nidoqueen)
Nidoqueen @ Life Orb
Ability: Sheer Force
EVs: 180 HP / 252 SpA / 76 Spe
Modest Nature
- Earth Power
- Ice Beam
- Stealth Rock
- Toxic Spikes

Explanation: Nidoqueen has its spot in UU as a Defensive Hazard Setter, and an Offensive Hazard Setter. Nidoqueen performs both of these tasks well, and it can both Status an opponent with Poison-Type Moves, and take them out with its greay Special Attacks. A bunch of you people will say that Tentacruel is better at this, but it doesn't have as much coverage as Nidoqueen does. Nidoqueen is a popular First Gen Mon that is also one of the toughest UU mons in Smogon right now. Yes it can be easily taken down, but in the end, Nidqueen doesn't go down without a fight (hopefully.) Other than that, there isn't much to say about the Mother of Poison Types...

"You haven't done any Physical Attackers yet Allegro. Why haven't you d...." -RunicHonchkrow

Fine! I will get to it! In the next Pokemon, in RU.

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RU Tier: Best First Gen Mon

Hitmonlee

(Runner Ups: Scrafty / Cincinno / Qwilfish / Cofagrigus)

Honestly Hitmonlee's 6th Gen Sprite is Trash

"You're Sprite is trash Allegro, Hitmonlee gets more attention than you'll ever get." -Zqueab

I will use your own Cactus arms to choke you...

But anyway, on to Hitmonlee Basics!

Hitmonlee Basics
Type: Fighting
Weaknesses: Psychic / Fairy / Flying
Resistances: Bug / Rock / Dark
Immunities: None
Abilities:
Limber:
"The Pokémon is protected from paralysis."
Reckless:
"Powers up moves that have recoil damage."
Hidden Ability:
Unburden:
"Raises Speed if a held item is used."

My Favorite Moveset for (Hitmonlee Strawberry Kiwilee)
Hitmonlee @ Choice Scarf
Ability: Reckless
EVs: 252 Atk / 4 Def / 252 Spe
Jolly Nature
- High Jump Kick
- Knock Off
- Stone Edge
- Rapid Spin

This moveset literally makes me feel like this when I see it:

"Wow, Literally Mienshao, but with Rapid Spin! Still great though!"

Explanation: Hitmonlee is on a lot of RU Teams I see on Showdown, but there is a good reason for it. Hitmonlee is a fast Physical Attacker, that is the Mienshao of this tier. It has great coverage and can counter its own weaknesses, except for Fairy. Hitmonlee has some resistances that are good to have. They can be used to block attacks for Pokemon that are weak to them. It has great synergy with many RU Pokemon, there are a good amount of fighting types in RU, but none are used as much as Hitmonlee. Hitmonlee is a Pokemon no one should forget from Gen 1.

"Why has this gone from a Ranked List to a mediocre unfunny Pokemon Version of LeafyIsHere." - Ully

"Wh-wh-what!? Allegro isn't copying me! L-LeafeonIsHere...

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Finally it is time for NU!

NU Tier: Best Gen 1 Mon

Omastar!

(Runner-Ups: Charizard / Kangaskhan / Rhydon)

Before I explain Omastar Basics, let me say one thing:

"I am serious if one person makes a Hitler Helix Joke everyone will be triggered like a Pistol..."

One Comment Later in Madagascar State High School...

"Hail Helix!"

Omastar Basics
Type:
Weaknesses: Electric / Grass / Fighting / Ground
Resistances: Normal / Ice / Fire / Poison / Flying
Immunities: None
Abilities:
Shell Armor:
"Shell Armor prevents the Pokémon from receiving a critical hit."
Swift Swim:
"Swift Swim doubles the ability-bearer's Speed during rain."
Hidden Ability:
Weak Armor:
"When a Pokémon with Weak Armor is hit by a physical move, its Defense drops one stage, but its Speed increases by one stage"

My Two Favorite Moveset for (Omastar)
1) Omastar @ Shuca Berry
Ability: Swift Swim
EVs: 252 SpA / 4 SpD / 252 Spe
Modest Nature
- Shell Smash
- Surf
- Ice Beam
- Hidden Power Grass
2) Omastar @ Leftovers
Ability: Shell Armor
EVs: 248 HP / 252 Def / 8 SpD
Bold Nature
- Stealth Rock
- Toxic Spikes
- Scald
- Icy Wind

"Hold up! Do you like Omastar that much? You Biased D....!" - Munit501

"Dear Munit501, Yes I do."

Explanation: Omastar, like Nidoqueen, is great as a Special Attacker, but also as a Defensive Hazard Setter. Omastar is one Pokemon in my Top 40 Pokemon to use in Competitive Battling. The Shell Smash set can destroy opposing Pokemon when used correct. Also, the defensive set is great for defending your teammates by switching in. Omastar and Kabutops are two of the best Fossil Pokemon, but my award for NU Tier: Best First Gen Mon, goes to the Helix Overlord himself, Omastar. It has great competitive capabilities (illiteration yay). Omastar is the best for last. Lol Biased to Omastar....

Allegro: "That's it for this list, but check back later for the next article later. There are 3 more Articles left for this week. Then I will get back into Competitive Builds afterwards."

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